The Thoughtful Entrepreneur 2350 - Mastering Business Lessons from Pool Tables to Boardrooms with The Kronos Group's Jerry Brazie
The Power of Peer-to-Peer Advisory Groups: How Jerry Brazie Helps Entrepreneurs Avoid Costly Mistakes
In this episode, host Josh Elledge interviews Jerry Brazie, founder of The Kronos Group, to explore why entrepreneurship doesn’t have to be a lonely journey. Jerry shares how peer-to-peer advisory groups provide business owners with trusted insight, accountability, and real-world problem-solving that goes far beyond motivation or surface-level advice. Drawing from decades of experience building and advising companies, Jerry explains why consistent peer engagement can be the difference between costly mistakes and sustained growth.
Why Peer-to-Peer Advisory Groups Create Stronger, Smarter Leaders
Jerry Brazie compares entrepreneurship to mastering a skill like pool—progress doesn’t come from occasional participation, but from consistent, focused practice. In business, that consistency shows up through regularly meeting with peers who understand the pressure of leadership and growth. Advisory groups create an environment where business owners can openly discuss challenges, test ideas, and learn from others who have faced similar decisions, often preventing expensive missteps before they happen.
A key distinction Jerry emphasizes is the difference between peer-to-peer advisory groups and traditional mastermind groups. While masterminds often focus on inspiration or high-level ideas, advisory groups are intentionally small and structured to deliver individualized feedback. Each member receives dedicated time to present real problems, receive candid input, and leave with clear next steps—turning discussion into execution rather than motivation without follow-through.
Jerry also highlights the personal dimension of advisory groups, noting that leadership challenges rarely stop at the office door. Conversations often extend beyond operations and strategy into personal well-being, relationships, and balance. By addressing both business and life challenges, advisory groups help entrepreneurs make better decisions, stay grounded, and lead more sustainably over the long term.
About Jerry Brazie
Jerry Brazie is the founder of The Kronos Group, a peer-to-peer advisory organization serving business owners with revenues between $1M and $25M. With decades of experience building, scaling, and advising companies, Jerry is passionate about helping entrepreneurs avoid costly mistakes through accountability, candid feedback, and structured peer support. Connect with Jerry on LinkedIn.
About The Kronos Group
The Kronos Group (thekronosgroup.org) provides peer-to-peer advisory groups designed for growth-minded entrepreneurs. Through curated group experiences, monthly meetings, and one-on-one guidance, Kronos helps business owners gain clarity, improve decision-making, and accelerate growth while maintaining balance and perspective.
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Key Episode Highlights
- Why entrepreneurship is often isolating—and how advisory groups solve that
- The difference between peer-to-peer advisory groups and mastermind groups
- How consistent participation drives better business decisions
- Why accountability prevents costly mistakes as businesses scale
- The value of addressing personal and professional challenges together
- How advisory groups function as a real-world board of directors
- What to look for when joining the right advisory group
Conclusion
Jerry Brazie’s insights reveal that no entrepreneur succeeds alone—and trying to do so can be expensive. Peer-to-peer advisory groups provide business owners with perspective, accountability, and trusted counsel at the moments it matters most. By surrounding yourself with experienced peers who challenge assumptions and support growth, you dramatically increase your chances of building a stronger business and a more sustainable life as a leader.
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